Back in 2000, patient empowerment was not a popular concept. It seemed that patients were content to follow their doctor's orders without question, saying, "Yes, sir. Yes, ma'am. Mm-hmm." They would leave the doctor's office, unsure if they would truly follow through. But times have changed. A new wave of patient empowerment has swept in, transforming the way people approach their healthcare.
Now, individuals have taken a bold stance. They understand the importance of being active participants in their own well-being, becoming genuine partners in their healthcare journey. They've realized that they can't simply leave crucial decisions to anyone, no matter how skilled. After all, it's their body, their life, and they deserve to have a seat of authority at the table. This shift marks a powerful coming of age—an enlightening era for patients who crave knowledge and strive to be fully involved.
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Ann M. Hester is a board-certified internal medicine physician with over 25 years of experience and can be reached on Twitter @Patient101Book, TikTok @patientempowerment101. She is the author of Patient Empowerment 101: More than a book, it's an adventure!
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